DIY 5 Gallon Self Watering Bucket | NEW Design 2018 | I had to make changes and here's why

Today i am going to show you how i set up a self watering 5 gallon bucket! This is a change to original design. I will also discus the soil, plants, water, mulch, etc as well as the do's an don't s when setting these up. It's basically a HOW TO video, an i know it's kinda long but i did my best :) If you like i will do a video on exactly how i make my soil just comment below! There are links below to where you can buy soil supplies on amazon. I like to use amazon to source supplies or price gauge. Visit us www.hrseeds.com
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⟹ DIY 5 gallon self watering bucket | NEW design 2018 | I had to make changes and here's why
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[@ross-smithfamily6317]

I watched 15+ videos for how to make self-watering buckets, and I like yours the best. Your design modifications are brilliant! Thank you!

[@HeirloomReviews]

Wow, thank you!

[@kbean5338]

I’m doing 12 containers and so grateful for this video. You’re awesome. Thank you!

[@HeirloomReviews]

Glad it was helpful!

[@C3Voyage]

How are you fertilizing? Do you have a video on that? Neat setup.

[@HeirloomReviews]

i use super soil for feeding. i have the mixture on hrseeds.com there is also a video on the whole matter.

[@gregkay8393]

I had already tried the upside down cage and secured the large ring to the edge of the bucket using zip ties. Works a gem and easy to remove

[@lisaturner6297]

I found you just in time!!! I have watched SO many different versions of how to make these, but saw very little follow-ups, like you. Thank you!!! I’ve 12 buckets & lids to arrive soon & need to do this right for my peppers & tomatoes. QUESTION: Will you please do another update to your 5gal bucket system???? I do not want to make cuts to buckets if not necessary. I have learned so very much from your videos, thank you truly.

[@HeirloomReviews]

Hello lisa i am going to do a new 5 gallon bucket video with a lot of up dates. i would say wait till i make the video. its coming soon so hang tight. it'll be worth the wait! you still need to get all the supplies you need so gather it little by little. if you do a search on my channel for the dwarf tomatoes last year you can see the insane results i get with this system. :: )

[@lisaturner6297]

@@HeirloomReviews - Thank you so very very much!!! My buckets came today, along with the pearlite to make your potting soil. I can wait a little bit, as your info is always valuable. QUESTION: did you do a video on just making potting soil or just the seed starting mix, that amendments are added to video? If you’ve not done a full potting soil, I pretty please request one. Thank you again!!!

[@softbytesunlimited]

I admire your advocacy to help others about farming... Nice content my bro, thanks for sharing 👍

[@HeirloomReviews]

Thanks! : )

[@tresnoglade]

Video yang bagus Juga banyak tumbuh dalam wadah👍👍

[@Look_mom_Im_cooking]

Hello, such a good video! Thanks fir sharing!

[@lynnpendleton8247]

Looks as if this is a significant improvement over the previous self-wicking concept. Would I be able to use this design for growing basil as well?

[@HeirloomReviews]

of course you can!

[@DJBrown-nl8ls]

I am new at this and after looking at many channels, I really like the Idea of using black pebbles instead of coco coir or dirt. I have a few questions, what type of Drill did you use for cutting the top of the bucket? Also what is the name of the mesh you use to keep the chipmunks and other critters out of your buckets? Thank you so much.

[@HeirloomReviews]

This videos shows you everything kzbin.info/www/bejne/goOUd6ZolpZrnNk Good luck!

[@Multiplemom3452]

Best video I’ve seen yet thanks.

[@HeirloomReviews]

thank you my friend!

[@AimansArt]

Interesting and informative video 🎭🎭🎭 impressive work 🌺🌺🌺

[@HeirloomReviews]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@rachelm4325]

Hi, is this still your preferred method? I see so many that use soil in the wicking cup. Also do you think I can drill large holes in the bucket for air pruning? Use a grow bag inside with perhaps a hole in the bottom for the pvc pipe. Thanks!

[@HeirloomReviews]

ive never tried air pruning but give it a try cant hurt and yes this is the way i do it now however i did add some upgrades.

[@rachelm4325]

@@HeirloomReviews thank you! Your tutorial is by far my favorite...so detailed. 👍🏼

[@trinade3732]

@@rachelm4325 cant see a thing in the bottom of bucket. Looks like he started in the middle expecting me to know what he is talking about. Watching another viedo for instance, tells you to cut the pipe at an angle, he did not. Confusing incomplete fir a beginner

[@jmurrietta1850]

yes I concur with other comments as best vid although I do have question. If only going to top feed why add fill tube?

[@xx_pepeuxin_xx]

Ótimo compartilhamento, super like garantido!!

[@donnaowens7012]

Another question. From watching another of your videos, I have already cut one 4" pvc pipe 4 3/4" and four 2" pieces 4 5/8". Would I need to adjust the drain hole for these measurements. I want to try the gravel method this year. Thanks

[@HeirloomReviews]

Just follow the instruction i told you in the video. your mixing to constructions from 2 different videos so be careful. you want about 1" airgap from the bottom of the plate that holds up the dirt and the top of the water. gravel method works good but keep the gravel about 1/2 " below that plate. the dirt will work its way into the gravel and still wick water just not as much

[@donnaowens7012]

@@HeirloomReviews thank you again. To save confusion, would you use one method over the other?

[@tootiemcdonald6063]

Would pool noodles work to fill the bottom of the pail?

[@HeirloomReviews]

yea buy they are kind of a toxic material to use

[@harveyshot939]

Good video. Also growing a lot in containers, self-wicking (they work!) and regular. Just started a gardening blog @t and always looking for new ideas.

[@HeirloomReviews]

Sounds great!

[@brinkee7674]

To help save the planet I use water bottles in the base of my bucket. It prevents those bottles from ending up where they don't belong. I have also used soda cans I also don't buy buckets, keep eyes open for job sites and grab spackle buckets after they are empty or where ever I see them.

[@tahiraslifevlog]

Cool design bro

[@HeirloomReviews]

Thanks ✌️

[@jmb5706]

How tall was your wicking cup in the bottom I must of missed it. Thanks for your time and inspiration!

[@HeirloomReviews]

about 4 inches

[@olddawgsrule]

Did you ever do the results you mentioned? You hit my main concern with the wicking tub.

[@HeirloomReviews]

honestly i dont remember what i said in the video? refresh my memory. i am going to do a new build this year with a bunch of important updates to the design! problem right now is we are still in lock down mode so i cant buy anything!

[@olddawgsrule]

@@HeirloomReviews You were going to open up date how well it worked and open it up to investigate if the roots did what you hoped for.

[@Tunzbig]

I just made two wicking buckets today but I used the soil instead of rocks. Abit late to see your video:( my next buckets I will use your method. Love that cat by the way. They make a house a home

[@HeirloomReviews]

thanks for watching! : )

[@nodoboho]

@@HeirloomReviews I love cats, too. She looked pretty pregnant. I hope you found good homes for the kittens...and then got her fixed! Too many cats end up feral or in shelters where it may be the end of the line for them. Don't add to the problem, please.

[@blasermann1994]

Are you using the same system today?

[@lindagrigg4275]

Hi HRS. Love the upgrade of your growing buckets. The Black gravel is great for plants due to the rock dust that comes from it. I live in Perth Australia. I was part of the trial for using rock dust from gravel in tree planting. The results were life changing for us in planting trees on arid land farms and freeway plantings. Cheers. Linda

[@HeirloomReviews]

yes i agree! the rock seems to have a very big effect in plant growth and health! thanks for watching : )

[@datwyl01]

Great video. I live in Hawaii. I’m wondering which system (wicking or non-wicking) would work best for growing Kalo (taro). Kalo requires a lot of water or moist soil. In Hawaii, we have 2 traditional ways to grow Kalo - called upland (or dry-land), and wet land. Dry-land is basically in the ground and watered frequently. Wet land is basically a pond and the kalo is planted submerged in the water. Different varieties of Kalo adapt to either the dry or wet land systems. The kalo variety I have is basically dry-land kalo, but I want to move it out of the ground and into buckets. Any thoughts?

[@HeirloomReviews]

if the air is dry then go with the self wicking if its very humid then try the non self wicking! Thanks for watching my friend : )

[@doylemarkham1010]

When do you fertilize it

[@FrugalMommaInTheWoods]

Have a great day,

[@HeirloomReviews]

You too

[@AkiraFurball]

the point of a wicking bucket is that the soil does not contact the water, it is connected by a wicking material like the wick in an oil lamp, then the soil will not get rotten and stinky ;) You do not top water a wicking system, that is why you have a fill pipe and hole in the side of the bucket, you fill through the pipe until it runs out of the hole it is then watered for probably a week or more.. The capillary action of the wick then slowly transfers the water from the reservoir into the soil, The bucket you create here could be made much easier, simply drill drain holes 3 inches up, fill with rock to above the level of the hole and then fill up with coir, it is basically a deepwater system not a wicking system.

[@wesleymason9326]

Louise Paisley I thought this as well. I checked comments specifically to see if someone else thought the same thing. I believe the problem is that he doesn’t have the one inch of air space between the water reservoir and the base soil level. Check out gardening with Leon.

[@HeirloomReviews]

true but the problem is it rains which top water anyways

[@donnaowens7012]

I made one of these buckets but did something wrong, the water runs out of the drain hole when filling through the fill tube. What did I do wrong?

[@HeirloomReviews]

Did you drill the hole high enough? it needs to be about 3" from the bottom. Heres an up dated video i did: kzbin.info/www/bejne/goOUd6ZolpZrnNk

[@donnaowens7012]

@@HeirloomReviews thank you, I was wondering if that was the problem. I will check the video out.

[@jmb5706]

I really like this idea now do you lift the pots to decide when to water again, or do yo just go off the physical appearance of the plant . Also do you hit the top of the soil with water every time as well. THANKS IF YOU CAN HELP! Great info here.

[@HeirloomReviews]

it rains a lot here so i dont worry to much about watering but in general if the plant looks a little droopy then i water

[@Vayy419]

Good video.

[@RobsReels]

What do you do at the end of the year with your dirt.I wish you'd make a video showing what you do to me amend your dirt in these five gallon. I have basically followed your design.

[@HeirloomReviews]

you have to dump it and mix new soil

[@leeroberts9441]

Hey, Guy, Use rewire (reinforcement wire), it's 6" x 6" squares and 4-5' high. Cut a length and roll it into a 14" circle and it will fit down over your buckets, or whatever you're using. Some use cut-in-half plastic food-grade poly barrels. Thanks for the ideas. Bob in Maryland .

[@HeirloomReviews]

thanks buddy thats a good idea!! i will try that!! thanks for watching : )

[@backyardhomestead2230]

Very cool design and great instructions! I have a cat that is almost identical to yours. I really like this design. I'm eager to see how well it works. Thanks!! -Lea

[@HeirloomReviews]

yea chico (my cat) is a big ham! yes i will do an update as they get bigger! so far so good : : ) ) )

[@Сибирскиехлопоты]

Удачи вам 😉 спасибо за интерес

[@HeirloomReviews]

Thank you! Have a great weekend! : )

[@mssavedin92]

wayda go!! also great info regarding blight etc prevention. Thankyou

[@HeirloomReviews]

thanks for watching my friend : )

[@ronnolan1958]

Great birds sounds

[@HeirloomReviews]

lol Thank you for watching my friend! : )

[@quangtvhoian1709]

Like video 🤗

[@DKPlants]

Awesome 👍

[@HeirloomReviews]

Thanks 🤗

[@eleazargarcia102]

How long do you water the top, before it start wicking from reservoir.

[@HeirloomReviews]

just enough to get it good an wet

[@lastboomer6164]

Great video! I just got Coco Coir to wick from your other video. I'll buy the rock and place on top, and I'll get the crushed rock benefit.

[@HeirloomReviews]

Rock on!

[@jimmiller8389]

I like Leon Sloan's design.@"Gardening with Leon"

[@cindybrandt]

Could you please give a link to the exact gravel ott crushed stone you used. What is sold in Lowe’s as quikrete all purpose gravel is brownish Pea gravel. There is something called hardscapes paver base that looks more like what you used.

[@HeirloomReviews]

its that gray pea gravel they use to mix in cement

[@LuliBrazil]

Success👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@FrugalMommaInTheWoods]

Nice video great information 👍,

[@HeirloomReviews]

Thanks for visiting

[@lynardburt5992]

I would take bow cutters and put a cut in that (top) bottom ring and then make loop slightly smaller to fit your bucket

[@HeirloomReviews]

whats a bow cutter?

[@TheNorma]

Very clever

[@HeirloomReviews]

Thanks so much for watching : )

[@pattifoote1714]

I like the blue container that you have your soil in, where did you find it? Great video and will be making some as we travel and it will help retain water. Thanks.

[@HeirloomReviews]

do you mean the trash container? i got that from lowes

[@canadianpepperfarmer6125]

Love the video fella, drove my cat nuts when the squirrel started lol. Might give your design a go since this year I doubled my seedlings. Cheers.

[@HeirloomReviews]

i bet your cat is sooooo ready for spring! yea give it a go but the only problem is the roots find their way down into the water then die an rot. you need to some how stop the roots from getting down into the water. im thinking on adding some fabric over the wicking cup.

[@canadianpepperfarmer6125]

Could always try the foam inserts for aquarium filters.

[@educaracas726]

That snap ring is actually great, once you know how to use it: there is an outer part that once flipped up will let the ring in and out easilly, once on the bucket, just flip it down and it is set!

[@HeirloomReviews]

Thank you my friend for watching and stopping by! : )

[@stephenpritchard3440]

I am a little confused, do I cut the cup 3 1/2 inches to match the watering hole or 4 inches to match the pvc piping I cut

[@HeirloomReviews]

are you referring to the support cups that hold up the center? or the wicking cups??

[@stephenpritchard3440]

Thank you so much for your quick response. The support cup and I have watched the video several times and missed how long to cut the fill tube. Also I am making some of these today. Thank you so much for sharing this.@@HeirloomReviews

[@HeirloomReviews]

ok i see, when making the wicking cups the left over from the cup you want to use for the bottom. cut the support cups to the same size as the PVC pipes. you should have 2 of the cup left overs just stack them an cut them to size togather

[@putrakreta9410]

Thank you❤❤❤

[@HeirloomReviews]

Thanks 👍

[@freedombee9900]

lots of sensible ideas.Rob Bob's channel from Australia has been saying for ages to use sand to wick up the water cos the soil goes off, so that another great idea.

[@HeirloomReviews]

funny you say that i was gonna try that this year! i have an upgrade video i will do this spring! Thanks for watching!

[@THEGREENCABBY]

TIPS START AT 2:53 minutes! There are some interesting tweaks here 😃👍 to My Original $7 Dollar Self Watering Bucket - DIY . I really enjoyed your idea on the TOMATO CAGE TRICK i will have to see about incorporating that into our plantings this year. Keep up the good work. I liked, Shared and clicked the ad. 😜

[@HeirloomReviews]

thank you my friend, i am considering updating this design again

[@freeman-dz1163]

thankyou so muche mrs

[@HeirloomReviews]

Thanks for watching

[@lastboomer6164]

Have you ever cut holes on side, called air pruning?

[@HeirloomReviews]

no

[@GardenerEarthGuy]

Greentree System is something you should check out. You pump into the pots, and pull it back into the res. Grodan croutons with a soilless mix work great in this hydro setup. You could go run to waste hydro, top fill, and redirect the drainage into other beds through soaker. Greentree needs to be level, but check it out, you'll dig it.

[@HeirloomReviews]

thanks for the info! i will check him out : )

[@time4grace8]

why not a reclosable tube with any like cork?; or is it essential to let air to go in?

[@HeirloomReviews]

not sure what a reclosable tube is ? Thanks for watching : )

[@adventureswithmikey1812]

What does blight look like?

[@HeirloomReviews]

ive done a lot of videos about blight go to my videos on my channel page an do a search on blight you will find lots of videos on t! thanks for watching : )

[@asnakechmamo7050]

How can l feed water on the dry season?

[@HeirloomReviews]

what do you mean?

[@elvissabahan9003]

Nice video bro....😊😊😊..

[@HeirloomReviews]

thank you my friend!! thanks for stopping by~!~

[@Fdicas]

Muito bom Cara

[@unkeptblueify]

Great video. Will try some next year as my tomatoes are 6ft tall in the greenhouse. They say it's good luck if a bird does that lol.

[@HeirloomReviews]

so far its working great! deff give it a try : )

[@JoSt5646]

@@HeirloomReviews You are putting indeterminates in a 5 gallon bucket? I asked someone about that and was laughed into the ground. How is it working for you?

[@williamlowry8663]

My mother would say that is a lot of sugar for a dime

[@johnhopkins6565]

Not to knock what you did, but this seems like a really difficult way to do Leon’s self-wicking bucket. You just need soda cans or empty water bottles in the bottom.

[@HeirloomReviews]

i dont want the aluminium in the water. I am designing a DIY kit that will be available on HRSeeds.com that will have every made and easy to set up already! just add the dirt and your ready to go. I am doing a video very soon that will be a Q&A and some updates with some new mods to this design so stay tuned

[@davidstephenson7194]

If you aren't doing a wicking system, why would you need a fill tube? Just top water and forget the fill tube. Fill tube is to put water in the bottom of the bucket for wicking system, which you said you are not doing anymore. Makes no sense.

[@HeirloomReviews]

good question, main reason is if i put the fill tube somewhere else i may as well throw it out because it has a 90% chance of getting lost.

[@storyvoiceJP]

Hello, thank for sharing

[@HeirloomReviews]

thanks for watching : )

[@mikemarino7200]

If you aren't wicking the water up, why are you storing water at the bottom, I like the way you used the lid.

[@HeirloomReviews]

im doing an update video soon i will address it there!

[@nissblack3050]

How do I access this update. I have this question too. You have so many videos to sort through.

[@MarcoPolo-yt3ew]

Hi If you don't know about biochar. Yet tell everyone that you know very very good videos thank you very much keep up the good work videos are awesome do you know about biochar feed it to the hogs and cattle and goats it goes through them and helps the soil My name is Kenny from northern Kentucky look up the history of biochar for gardening tell everyone you know passed it on it's good for bad clay soil ok for good soil barn wood to char douse it with water then dry it out then activate it with worm castings or compost liquids first I also like rocket store Mas s heaters couches earthships homes are nice too look up sand to gold very interesting for deserts growing have a good day

[@HeirloomReviews]

i do will do a video about it some day

[@redheadvamp]

Watch Gardening with Leon for a new way of wicking buckets, tubs, etc., and all the fertilizers and add ins you need.

[@redheadvamp]

@@teddybeardiy3538 I've almost got my muck tubs set up for plants, waiting on my fertilizers. Happy gardening.

[@junebug6649]

This method is great! Thanks.

[@HeirloomReviews]

Thanks for watching : )

[@Namri]

Wow! This looks great! I'm going to go and give it a try. Do you think adding gravel to about an inch above the base would help plants like rosemary that like well drained soils? Also would this system work with the big rubbermaid containers as well? Thank you for all of these videos! They're longer, but man it's worth it cause they're filled with things other videos don't talk about. Feel much more confident I can pull it off and be aware of what might be causing issues. :)

[@HeirloomReviews]

you want the soil to go down into the wicking cup a little

[@lorileighk]

I love it!! Ty

[@sleeplessinthecarolinas8118]

Great tutorial! I shared your video.

[@HeirloomReviews]

Thanks for watching : )

[@mariecadams]

I wish you had showed what the inside of the bucket looked like once assembled. I would like to try this but I am not sure...

[@HeirloomReviews]

hello i do show it in the first video i did. you can do this its real easy! thanks for watching : )

[@stanleymcrae5952]

Go for it, they work great. My only suggestion is to use the double bucket version. It's more stable, more soil volume, and easier setup with the same or larger water reservoir for a little more per bucket. @stan90m for the proof!

[@barbaragilloren4124]

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[@guessagain6647]

There is a tool to remove the snap ring. It saves your fingers.

[@HeirloomReviews]

the blue rings are easy

[@brendanthomas6665]

Where did you get the black rock from?

[@HeirloomReviews]

gray rock called pea gravel from lowes

[@mikes1798]

Thanks for the share, my target plants will also be tomatoes. One question, have you checked to see if the rocks you’re putting down below are actually allowing the water to be wicked up to the rest of the soil? I always thought that the air gap‘s between the rocks would not create the sponge affect needed to get water up into the rest of the soil.

[@HeirloomReviews]

yes it does wick but much less it just stay wet at the very bottom thanks for watching : )

[@dickthompson1237]

What is your super soil recipe? How and what do you feed?

[@HeirloomReviews]

Thanks for watching

[@HeirloomReviews]

you can find the video on HRSeeds its under the home page

[@carlobricco8907]

How do you know when the pots need watering, is there a way to check the level?

[@HeirloomReviews]

Hello carlo, yes their is a way to check the level of water. i am working on an update video with some new really good modifications to add to this design! i will include the water metering rod in that video it should be done by the end of the week or next week some time

[@teknacious]

holy crap you got a big cat

[@HeirloomReviews]

lol yea hes about 30 lbs now! Thanks for watching : )

[@RoseofSharon846]

Can you do this to fruit tree like peach and lemons ect.

[@HeirloomReviews]

not sure what you mean?

[@RoseofSharon846]

☼ Heirloom reviews ☼ I mean can I do this self watering with a fruit tree with those gravels all.

[@madampolo]

You didn't mention to cut your drain pipe at an angle and why. It's so the water will be able to come out of the pipe which may be a problem if it sits flat on the bottom. I like this design better than the first one you did. It is less complicated.

[@HeirloomReviews]

yes you want to cut at angle so the water flows freely when filling

[@markaveravlogs]

I’m not getting something. Is it wicking or not. Or yes but not as fast. Don’t get it.

[@HeirloomReviews]

yes but not as fast

[@droverholt]

it can't wick with gravel instead of stone. I don't get it either. He must water fomr above or get lots of rain.

[@dsullivan6842]

As a no-till personage , thinking that you haven't accounted for top dressing . But very nice regardless

[@HeirloomReviews]

are you talking about top mulch? yes you can add top mulch the soil will settle down after a few weeks

[@dsullivan6842]

@@HeirloomReviews yes but there is more , have you heard of lasagna tech ? Mulch is only 1 thing . It could be castings, coffee grounds anything layers like lasagna now add worms and soil remains fluffy even if it sinks . Then whatever grown out cut at stalk leave in roots for microbial pay off.

[@SpartanX317]

That squirrel/chipmunk is angry he can't get in your pots and dig up your plants anymore

[@HeirloomReviews]

haha maybe! : )

[@mikeparker2520]

rain gutter gardening does the same thing but much easier...

[@동백-q2y]

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[@HeirloomReviews]

Thank you so much !! thanks for watching my friend : )!! ~!~

[@jokermusicprodaction8695]

Hi boss awesome information ❤️❤️❤️✌️✌️✌️✌️

[@HeirloomReviews]

thanks for watching : )

[@rondalengledow4054]

This is the way we did it 15 years ago until we found a better way

[@HeirloomReviews]

and what way is that?

[@johnmcdowell9468]

great idea! going to give it a try .. what zone are you in? you sound like a new yorker

[@HeirloomReviews]

5 b Thanks for watching : )

[@DanielSanchez-yy6ec]

VERY GOOD 💯

[@HeirloomReviews]

thank you for watching!

[@rubigalarza3962]

Buenos días. Podría poner subtitulos en español? Gracias

[@oexiladonilton8249]

Brasil !!!

[@trinade3732]

Sorry, very confusing and incomplete video. I seem to be missing "start to finish"! Can you SHOW how to do it?

[@HeirloomReviews]

yea sorry about that im working on a new video that will show everything with measurements and updates to the design should have it up in about a week or 2! make sure you subscribe an hit the bell thanks : )

[@JoSt5646]

Are you worried about using PVC in your plants? Its suggested that it leaches various bad stuff into your vegetation - hence into your body. Im still on a quest to find HDPE plastic pipes. They do exist. Or even drip tubing.

[@HeirloomReviews]

thats a good question yes All plastics leach "Plasticizers" but food grade "HDPE" leaches the least! if your growing in a 5 gallon bucket then your getting it anyway

[@maryannsuchma1741]

Lowe’s sells food grade buckets.

[@TinkerTime]

Try 3/4” or 1” drip irrigation supply line. You’ll have to buy a half spool possibly a whole spool but that would last you a long long time. Bend it with a heat gun on low then cool it with cold water to have the bends set and stay. You could probably do 200 or more buckets with a single spool.

[@robertalexander6555]

What was that creature in the tree line? Little scary..

[@HeirloomReviews]

where? give me the time stamp

[@kaittemurry4740]

Could have shown a pic of the inside after each item you put in there..

[@HeirloomReviews]

i have another video that shows that

[@Dustydime]

Use coffee filters